A Washington DC judge rejected a request by special prosecutors to force Paul Manafort to fork over millions in cash in order to remain free on bail — and admonished attorneys from both sides for talking to press.

“This is a criminal trial. And it is not a public relations campaign.” Judge Amy Berman Jackson said.

The judge said she wants to issue a formal gag order, but is waiting for arguments from the parties.

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